Furner started at Walmart in 1993, and currently oversees the most important segment of the company's business. 'His mandate is clear, in our view: innovate and accelerate,' one analyst says. John ...

Furner to lead Walmart after McMillon's retirement Furner known for collaborative leadership and innovation Challenges include managing relationships and competitive environment Nov 14 - In 2020, as ...

Walmart CEO Doug McMillon will retire in January, the Bentonville-based retailer said Friday. Walmart’s board elected John Furner, head of U.S. operations and a longtime insider, to take over.

Starting in February, Walmart Inc. will have a new chief executive, John Furner — a three-decade-plus veteran at the big-box giant who analysts say is likely to keep what worked for the company over ...